{"title":"Pago de Carraovejas","description":"\u003ch1 data-start=\"306\" data-end=\"329\"\u003ePago de Carraovejas\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"331\" data-end=\"648\"\u003e \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003ePago de Carraovejas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is one of the most respected wineries in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/perfectewijn.nl\/collections\/subregio-ribera-del-duero\" title=\"Ribera del Duero wines\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"419\" data-end=\"460\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eRibera del Duero\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e , known for its powerful, refined wines with a distinct provenance. Combining tradition and modern winemaking, the estate has long been a benchmark within the appellation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"650\" data-end=\"691\"\u003e The origin of Pago de Carraovejas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"693\" data-end=\"979\"\u003ePago de Carraovejas was founded in the 1980s and quickly became one of the leading producers in Ribera del Duero. From the outset, the focus was on quality, vineyard selection, and a distinct style, which earned the winery international recognition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"981\" data-end=\"1174\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"981\" data-end=\"1063\"\u003eWhy is Pago de Carraovejas considered a benchmark in Ribera del Duero?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1063\" data-end=\"1066\"\u003e Because the house consistently produces wines that combine power and elegance, with a strong emphasis on terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1176\" data-end=\"1203\"\u003e Vineyards and location\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1205\" data-end=\"1439\"\u003e The Pago de Carraovejas vineyards are located at high altitude, near Peñafiel, and benefit from the extreme climate of the Ribera del Duero. Warm days alternate with cool nights, essential for structure and freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1441\" data-end=\"1622\"\u003e The soils consist of limestone, clay, and sand, which contribute to the depth, tension, and aging potential of the wines. Low yields and hand harvesting are standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1624\" data-end=\"1645\"\u003e Grapes and style\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1647\" data-end=\"1797\"\u003ePago de Carraovejas works mainly with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/perfectewijn.nl\/collections\/rode-wijn-tempranillo?filter.v.price.gte=\u0026amp;filter.v.price.lte=\u0026amp;sort_by=price-descending\" title=\"More premium Tempranillo wines\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1691\" data-end=\"1706\"\u003eTempranillo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e (Tinto Fino), supplemented with smaller amounts of other grapes depending on the cuvée.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1799\" data-end=\"1826\"\u003e Commonly used grapes include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1799\" data-end=\"1826\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/perfectewijn.nl\/collections\/rode-wijn-tempranillo\" title=\"Tempranillo wine\"\u003eTempranillo\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1799\" data-end=\"1826\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/perfectewijn.nl\/collections\/rode-wijn-cabernet-sauvignon?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=cabern\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" title=\"More Cabernet Sauvignon wine\"\u003eCabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1799\" data-end=\"1826\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/perfectewijn.nl\/collections\/rode-wijn-merlot\" title=\"More Merlot wine\"\u003eMerlot\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1878\" data-end=\"1922\"\u003e The style of the house is characterized by:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1878\" data-end=\"1922\"\u003e deep concentration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1878\" data-end=\"1922\"\u003e ripe but controlled fruit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1878\" data-end=\"1922\"\u003e firm, ripe tannins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1878\" data-end=\"1922\"\u003e balance between power and elegance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2047\" data-end=\"2112\"\u003e The wines are intense, but always refined and precisely constructed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2 data-start=\"2114\" data-end=\"2157\"\u003eFamous wines from Pago de Carraovejas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2159\" data-end=\"2184\"\u003e Pago de Carraovejas\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2186\" data-end=\"2424\"\u003e The eponymous wine is the heart of the winery and demonstrates how Tempranillo from Ribera del Duero translates into a powerful yet elegant style. This wine combines concentration with length and is well-suited for further aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2426\" data-end=\"2453\"\u003e Cuesta de las Liebres\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2455\" data-end=\"2676\"\u003e Cuesta de las Liebres is the house's flagship wine, produced only in exceptional years. This wine comes from carefully selected plots and is known for its depth, complexity, and longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2678\" data-end=\"2707\"\u003e Vinification and philosophy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2709\" data-end=\"2930\"\u003e Pago de Carraovejas combines modern winemaking techniques with respect for tradition. The use of oak is carefully tailored to the wine, adding structure and complexity without overpowering the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2932\" data-end=\"3014\"\u003e Selection in the vineyard and precision in the cellar are at the heart of the philosophy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3016\" data-end=\"3062\"\u003e Who is Pago de Carraovejas suitable for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"3064\" data-end=\"3127\"\u003e Pago de Carraovejas is particularly suitable for enthusiasts who:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"3064\" data-end=\"3127\"\u003e appreciate powerful Spanish top wines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n \u003cli data-start=\"3064\" data-end=\"3127\"\u003ehave an interest in Ribera del Duero at a high level\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"3064\" data-end=\"3127\"\u003e seeking wines with aging potential and structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"3281\" data-end=\"3365\"\u003e These wines combine intensity with finesse and develop beautifully in the bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3367\" data-end=\"3411\"\u003e Pago de Carraovejas at Perfectewijn.nl\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"3413\" data-end=\"3618\"\u003e At Perfecte Wijn, you'll find Pago de Carraovejas for those who want to experience Ribera del Duero at the highest international level. This winery convincingly demonstrates why the region belongs to Spain's absolute elite.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"pago-de-carraovejas","title":"Pago de Carraovejas","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"49\"\u003ePago de Carraovejas 2022\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"51\" data-end=\"843\"\u003ePago de Carraovejas 2022 is the flagship wine of the estate of the same name, located high above the river in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/perfectewijn.nl\/collections\/subregio-ribera-del-duero\" title=\"Ribera del Duero wine\"\u003eRibera del Duero\u003c\/a\u003e . In 1987, José María Ruiz set up shop here with one goal in mind: to create a wine that perfectly complemented the famous suckling pig in his Segovia restaurant. And that combination of power and refinement is still evident in this cuvée. What exactly is Pago de Carraovejas 2022? It's a powerful yet refined blend with plenty of body, clear structure, and remarkably good balance, where Tinto Fino ( \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/perfectewijn.nl\/collections\/rode-wijn-tempranillo\" title=\"Tempranillo wine\"\u003eTempranillo\u003c\/a\u003e ) takes center stage, while Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot provide additional depth and length. In the complex, dry 2022 vintage, the team managed to retain the freshness, making this vintage simultaneously ripe, vibrant, and precise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2 data-start=\"845\" data-end=\"870\"\u003eVineyards and region\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"872\" data-end=\"1937\"\u003ePago de Carraovejas 2022 comes from Spain, from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/perfectewijn.nl\/collections\/regio-castilla-y-leon\" title=\"Castilla y Léon wine region in Spain\"\u003eCastilla y León\u003c\/a\u003e , the DO Ribera del Duero, and specifically from the Carraovejas Valley near Peñafiel. The vineyards are situated around 850 meters above sea level and extend onto marshes and plateaus that rise above 900 meters, with slopes locally exceeding 30%. The vines are planted on Tertiary soils of limestone marl, clay, and sandstone, with a calcareous surface texture of red clay and white loam, poor in nutrients but with high water retention. This forces the vines to root deeply and regulate themselves strongly, which is reflected in the wine's concentration and mineral backbone. The 2022 winter was cool and exceptionally dry, but thanks to the water reserves from the previous year, the growth cycle remained consistent and healthy, with even budding and flowering and a slow, even summer veraison. The extreme heat and heat waves were managed with drip irrigation, after which the harvest took place between September 12th and 28th with perfectly ripe, small berries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2 data-start=\"1939\" data-end=\"1966\"\u003eVinification and maturation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1968\" data-end=\"3000\"\u003eThe harvest for Pago de Carraovejas 2022 is carried out entirely by hand in small 15-kilo crates, ensuring the grapes arrive at the cellar intact and undamaged. An initial selection takes place in the vineyard, followed by a double sorting table in the bodega, first by bunch and then by individual berries. The must is transferred exclusively by gravity, without pumping, to preserve the fruit's structure as much as possible. Fermentation takes place plot by plot in stainless steel tanks and wooden vats using indigenous yeasts from the estate, followed by malolactic fermentation with the estate's natural lactic acid bacteria. The wine is then aged for 12 months in a combination of French and American oak barrels, with the precise combination chosen for each vintage to express the character of the Carraovejas Valley as purely as possible. For protection and clarity, the wine is traditionally fined with egg white and bottled in the spring of 2024.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2 data-start=\"3002\" data-end=\"3027\"\u003eGrape composition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"3029\" data-end=\"3288\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"3029\" data-end=\"3064\"\u003eTinto Fino (Tempranillo) – Carraovejas Valley\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3064\" data-end=\"3067\"\u003e Tinto Fino (93%) forms the core of the wine, delivering the intensity of ripe cherries, plums and dark berries, together with the firm yet ripe tannins and deep structure so characteristic of Ribera del Duero.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"3290\" data-end=\"3490\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"3290\" data-end=\"3333\"\u003eCabernet Sauvignon – Carraovejas Valley\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3333\" data-end=\"3336\"\u003e Cabernet Sauvignon (4%) adds extra backbone, a hint of cassis and fine spiciness, supporting the length and aging potential of the blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"3492\" data-end=\"3693\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"3492\" data-end=\"3523\"\u003eMerlot – Carraovejas Valley\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3523\" data-end=\"3526\"\u003e Merlot (3%) rounds out the whole with a softer texture, a hint of red fruit and a velvety touch in the mid-palate, which contributes to the harmony of this vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3695\" data-end=\"3728\"\u003e Tasting notes and serving suggestions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"3730\" data-end=\"4819\"\u003ePago de Carraovejas 2022 has a deep, almost inky cherry-red color. The nose reveals intense aromas of black currant, plum, and black fig, complemented by subtle notes of violet, sweet spices, balsamic vinegar, and a hint of cocoa and coffee from the oak aging. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and fleshy, with a core of ripe red and dark fruit, framed by juicy acidity and very fine-grained tannins that provide plenty of structure without becoming angular. The finish is long and layered, with a combination of fruit, spice, a hint of creamy vanilla, and a distinct, chalky freshness that keeps the wine exciting. Ideally, serve Pago de Carraovejas 2022 at 16-18°C (60-64°F) and decant young bottles for 1-2 hours to allow the bouquet to fully unfold. At the table, this is a classic partner for grilled or roasted lamb, slow-cooked beef, Iberico pork dishes, game dishes, or a board of mature sheep's milk and hard cheeses, where its power, elegance, and gastronomic style come into their own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2 data-start=\"4821\" data-end=\"4837\"\u003eAwards\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"4841\" data-end=\"4863\"\u003e 2022 – 94 p (Vinous)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"4864\" data-end=\"4893\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"4866\" data-end=\"4893\"\u003e 2022 – 93 p (Jeb Dunnuck)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ad Bibendum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44336302555215,"sku":"AB-021131","price":46.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/PagodeCarraovejas.webp?v=1768211707"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/collections\/Pago_de_Carraovejas.webp?v=1768216916","url":"https:\/\/perfectewijn.be\/en\/collections\/wijnhuis-pago-de-carraovejas.oembed","provider":"Perfecte Wijn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}